SOC 353 - Cultural Sociology

Institution:

California State University-Bakersfield

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Description:

An overview of the sociological study of culture, one of the most important components of social life. Specifically, this course will explore the various aspects of culture through the following questions: "What is culture?"; "How do people use culture in their daily lives?"; and "How is culture a part of the larger social structure in society?" In addition to learning the theoretical and methodological approaches to studying culture, there will be an in-depth look at some of the substantive areas of culture such as: 1) the creation, distribution, and reception of cultural objectives and ideas, 2) how people consume culture; 3) the differences between "high culture" and popular culture"; and 4) how culture creates, maintains, and reshapes social identities through race, class, gender, nation, age, religion, and/or special interests (i.e., subcultures).

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csub.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 654-2782

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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